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Atty. John A Burgess

Atty. John A Burgess

John A Burgess is a lawyer practicing employee benefits, executive compensation. John has been licensed for 51 years.

Washington Washington 51 yrs experience 51 year
Call (857) 347-3867 Book Appointment

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About John A Burgess at a glance

John A Burgess is a employment and employment contracts attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1975). Educated at Case Western Reserve University School of Law (LL.M, 2003). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • John A Burgess is a lawyer practicing employee benefits, executive compensation
  • John has been licensed for 51 years
  • John practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

John A Burgess's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John A Burgess handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Employment Contracts

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is John A Burgess's law office located?
John A Burgess's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John A Burgess handle?
John A Burgess focuses on employment, employment contracts. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has John A Burgess practiced law?
John A Burgess has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did John A Burgess go to law school?
John A Burgess earned their education at (LL.M, 2003).
How can I contact John A Burgess for a consultation?
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Education

LL.M
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
- 2003

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1975

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